If you have ever looked for natural ways to support your immune system, you have probably seen astragalus. In many health food stores, it comes in capsules or liquid extracts, often labelled as an âimmune boosterâ or âantiâinflammatory.â And that is fine. Modern science does suggest astragalus can help with those things. But if you visit … Read more
In the bustling food stalls of Guangdong, at family dinner tables across southern China, and increasingly in the teacups of wellness enthusiasts worldwide, one humble ingredient has reigned supreme for over seven centuries:   chenpi â aged tangerine peel.  But not just any chenpi. The most revered comes from Xinhui, a district in Jiangmen City, Guangdong Province, where … Read more
When people think of weight loss drinks, they usually imagine green tea, lemon water, or spicy metabolism shots. But if you ever find yourself at a bustling barbecue stall or a lively food street in Guangxi, China, youâll notice something different. As soon as locals sit downâwhether for a heavy bowl of braised pork rice or … Read more
Recently, a traditional Chinese herbal product called Huajuhong has attracted unexpected international attention. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying recently mentioned Huajuhong in a public discussion about traditional Chinese health culture. After the comment appeared in news reports, many people became curious about this little-known Chinese specialty. For travelers exploring China, Huajuhong is actually something … Read more
If you travel through China, you may notice shop signs that read âHuazhou Juhongâ (ćć·æ©çșą). At first glance, it doesnât look like a famous tea brand or a modern supplement. It looks traditional, almost understated. Huazhou Juhong â more commonly known as Huajuhong If you ask a local what to do for a cough, there … Read more